White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/4 cup melted butter
– 24 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 3 large eggs
– 8 oz white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
– 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Stir in the melted white chocolate and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
5. Fold in sour cream gently until combined.
6. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust.
7. Sprinkle half of the chopped strawberries evenly over the batter.
8. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter on top, then add the remaining strawberries on the surface.
9. Drop small dollops of strawberry jam over the top and swirl gently with a knife.
10. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
11. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
12. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes | Total Time: 5 hours 30 minutes
Kcal: 480 kcal | Servings: 12 servings
Tips:
Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps and achieve a silky texture.
For easier slicing, warm a knife under hot water and wipe dry before cutting the cheesecake.
White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake
